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    Leather skin for M1330 (and several other notebook models)

    Discussion in 'Notebook Cosmetic Modifications and Custom Builds' started by PhoenixFx, Jun 9, 2008.

  1. PhoenixFx

    PhoenixFx Notebook Virtuoso

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    I found this skin listed on eBay for around USD30 (including shipping).
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    Looks very tempting, but I have few concerns. Looks to me like the skin is not a single sheet but has several pieces (look at the second part of the following image, BTW I don't understand Korean ):
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    Whether it'll be cut perfectly and if I could paste it properly, how thick it will be (I don’t want it to be like one of those DELL Skin-it covers).
    Even though the ebay listing says the sticker leaves no residue when removed, I'm bit worried..

    Have you guys had any experience with this particular skin ? or something similar ?

    Also available in Black and Mahogany texture.
    Site of the manufacturer (doesn't work well with Firefox, use IE instead)
     
    PhoenixFx, Jun 9, 2008
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  2. haquocdung

    haquocdung Notebook Virtuoso

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    I will have one soon!
     
    haquocdung, Jun 9, 2008
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  3. SusanS7427

    SusanS7427 Newbie

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    Looks interesting but I'm not sure that I could paste it properly.
     
    SusanS7427, Jun 10, 2008
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  4. Redline

    Redline Notebook Prophet NBR Reviewer

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    Who wants leather on the outside of the notebook? Its all about leather palmrests, dude. :p

    Looks cool though, for sure.
     
    Redline, Jun 10, 2008
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  5. SusanS7427

    SusanS7427 Newbie

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    Well, it might make my laptop look a little bit more posh. :)
     
    SusanS7427, Jun 11, 2008
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    maddy1905 Newbie

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    Thanks for opening this topic. Apart from the leather skin, the seller also has some custom made wood skins. Has anyone tried these? (See attached)

    I'd also like to know if anyone has tried the keyboard skin he's selling for the 1330.
     

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    maddy1905, Jun 11, 2008
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  7. PhoenixFx

    PhoenixFx Notebook Virtuoso

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    Just ordered the Black/Grey leather skin. Will post photos and my comments or a small review once I get it.
     
    PhoenixFx, Jun 16, 2008
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  8. mystery905

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    Thanks.....eagerly waiting for your comments before I order mine :)
     
    mystery905, Jun 17, 2008
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  9. mystery905

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    Too bad they don't have black or red leather...
     
    mystery905, Jun 17, 2008
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  10. PhoenixFx

    PhoenixFx Notebook Virtuoso

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    I ordered the dark Grey (I think it is very close to black) at least by the looks of the photos it looks black.

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    PhoenixFx, Jun 18, 2008
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  11. Shel

    Shel Notebook Evangelist

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    The dark grey does look pretty sweet!

    Definitely post photos, after you've received and installed on your m1330!

    Thanks
     
    Shel, Jun 18, 2008
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  12. Lysander

    Lysander AFK, raid time.

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    I want to see photos too, those look awesome.
     
    Lysander, Jun 18, 2008
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  13. mystery905

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    I just ordered the Dark Grey as well. I couldn't wait for someone to receive theirs and review it.

    I'll post back here once mine is applied.
     
    mystery905, Jun 18, 2008
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  14. PhoenixFx

    PhoenixFx Notebook Virtuoso

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    ;) .. still didn't receive it.... maybe in few more days...
     
    PhoenixFx, Jun 18, 2008
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  15. mystery905

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    How did you make your signature? Looks cool....would like to make one like that myself.
     
    mystery905, Jun 19, 2008
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  16. X2P

    X2P COOLING | NBR Super Mod

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    I want one for my vostro 1500 o.o
     
    X2P, Jun 19, 2008
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